Die Fognatura in Sabbioneta

Research on the Fognatura, Sabbioneta's 16th-century urban drainage system, reveals it as a groundbreaking engineering achievement. Originally dismissed for its age, the system is now recognized as an integral part of the city's design, reflecting Vespasiano Gonzaga's visionary approach to urban planning and water management. The study, led by Jan Pieper's team from Aachen, employed historical analysis to demonstrate that the Fognatura was not merely a functional addition but a foundational element in Sabbioneta's creation, showcasing advanced ingenuity in hydraulic infrastructure for its time.

Schindler, B. (2018). Die Fognatura in Sabbioneta. Archimaera, 7(7), 71–82. https://doi.org/10.60857/ARCHIMAERA.7.71-82